What do the numbers mean on Tupperware?
The first three numbers are the item number which includes the color. The numbers after the dash is the mold number it was formed in.
What do the numbers on Tupperware mean?
Recycling
Recycling Information You’re likely to recognize the triangle made of arrows representing recyclable materials, but plastics also have a number from one to seven. Each plastic recycling number is code for the specific plastic that your containers are made of.
How can I tell if my Tupperware is BPA free?
Look to see if the container is labeled as unbreakable or microwave-safe. If it is, that’s a good indicator that it contains BPA. Get rid of it. If you see a label indicating that the container is handwash only, it’s probably made of acrylic and therefore OK to keep.
What company owns Tupperware?
Tupperware Brands
Tupperware develops, manufactures, and internationally distributes its products as a wholly owned subsidiary of its parent company Tupperware Brands….Tupperware.
| Type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Products | Preparation, storage, serving products for the kitchen and home, and beauty products |
| Revenue | US$2.26 billion (2017) |
Is it safe to use old Tupperware?
If you look at the bottom of your plastic food storage containers and they have a #2, #4, or #5, those are generally recognized as safe for food and drink. If any of your containers have a #3, #6, or #7, those should be disposed of because they are considered high-risk plastics.
How do you read Tupperware numbers?
Recycling Information You’re likely to recognize the triangle made of arrows representing recyclable materials, but plastics also have a number from one to seven. Each plastic recycling number is code for the specific plastic that your containers are made of.
What year did Tupperware Go BPA free?
2010
As of March 2010, items sold by Tupperware US & CA are BPA free. Join us in our mission to Do Good for people and the planet through thoughtful and conscientious product innovation and design practices that help to better lives and reduce waste.